1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 575 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Holden Sunbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Holden Sunbird (436 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Antara. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Antara. 2011 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1976 Holden Sunbird has manual transmission. 1976 Holden Sunbird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Sunbird | 2011 Opel Antara | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | Sunbird | Antara |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5044 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 436 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |